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Oct152025 by No Comments

BRAC Bank Partners with Qatar Airways to Offer Exclusive Travel Discounts

BRAC Bank has announced an exclusive partnership with Qatar Airways, enabling its debit and credit cardholders to enjoy special discounts on international air travel. Under this collaboration, BRAC Bank cardholders can avail up to 10 percent savings on the base fare of Qatar Airways tickets when booking online through the airline’s official website or mobile app using the promotional code QRBRAC25. The partnership agreement was formalized at a signing ceremony held on October 9, 2025, at BRAC Bank’s Head Office in Dhaka. Md. Mahiul Islam, Deputy Managing Director (DMD) and Head of Retail Banking, BRAC Bank, and Mohamed El Emam, Country Manager for Bangladesh and Nepal, Qatar Airways, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations. Also present at the event were Md. Sha...

Oct142025 by No Comments

Banglalink’s Toffee Breaks Records with 38 Million Streaming the Asia Cup Live

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Toffee, the nation’s premier digital entertainment platform under Banglalink, has achieved a historic milestone by recording an unprecedented 38 million total views during the live streaming of the Asia Cup. This remarkable achievement sets a new benchmark for digital sports streaming in Bangladesh and highlights the platform’s growing influence in the country’s digital content ecosystem. Throughout the tournament, Toffee captured massive nationwide attention, emerging as the top choice for sports enthusiasts seeking high-quality, real-time coverage of major cricket events. Audience engagement peaked during the high-voltage match between India and Bangladesh, which alone drew an impressive 3.3 million concurrent viewers—the highest-ever for any live sporting event streamed digitally in B...

Oct142025 by No Comments

Five-Day Furniture Fair Kicks Off in Dhaka

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The five-day-long 20th National Furniture Fair 2025 began today in the capital under the slogan “My Country, My Dream—Decorating Homes with Local Furniture.” The event, organized by the Bangladesh Furniture Industries Owners Association (BFIOA), is the largest in the country’s furniture industry. The fair was officially inaugurated on Tuesday morning at the Rajdarshan Hall of the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in Kuril, Dhaka, by Sheikh Bashir Uddin, Adviser to the Ministry of Commerce. Event Overview The five-day fair is being held across Gul Naksha (Hall–1), Pushpa Guccha (Hall–2), and Rajdarshan (Hall–3) of ICCB.Special guests at the opening ceremony included Mohammad Hasan Arif, Vice Chairman and Chief Executive of the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB), and Dr. K. M....

Oct142025 by No Comments

Farmers Get Secured Through the Partnership Between Guardian and WeGro

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In a move to strengthen financial security for farmers and their families, one of Bangladesh’s leading insurance service providers, Guardian Life Insurance Limited, has entered into a strategic partnership with agri-tech platform WeGro Global. Under this collaboration, Guardian Life will offer Credit Shield Insurance coverage to farmers financed by WeGro. This coverage aims to protect the financial future of farming families by ensuring that outstanding loan obligations are fulfilled in the event of unforeseen circumstances. The agreement was recently signed at Guardian Life’s head office in Dhaka. Sheikh Rakibul Karim, FCA, Additional Managing Director and Acting Chief Executive Officer of Guardian Life, and Faiyaz Safir, Chief Operations Officer of WeGro Global, represented their respe...

Oct132025 by No Comments

17th SAARC Agriculture Centre Governing Board Meeting Begins in Dhaka

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The 17th Meeting of the Governing Board (GB) of the SAARC Agriculture Centre (SAC) commenced today at the Hotel InterContinental in Dhaka, bringing together senior policymakers, agricultural experts, and representatives from SAARC member states to strengthen regional cooperation in agricultural research and development. The opening session was attended by Dr. Nazmun Nahar Karim, Executive Chairman, Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council (BARC); Mr. Tanvir Ahmad Torophder, Director (ARD & SDF), SAARC Secretariat, Kathmandu (representing H.E. Ambassador Md. Golam Sarwar, Secretary General of SAARC); Mr. Abdul Motaleb Sarker, Former Secretary (SAARC & BIMSTEC), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Bangladesh; Dr. Md. Harunur Rashid, Director, SAARC Agriculture Centre; along with representa...

Oct112025 by No Comments

Grabee Launches as a New E-Commerce Platform for Authentic Gadgets in Bangladesh

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Dhaka, 11 October 2025 — With the promise of providing authentic gadgets at competitive prices and ensuring the fastest delivery nationwide, Bangladesh’s newest e-commerce platform Grabee (Grabee.com.bd) has officially begun its journey. Official Launch Event The platform was inaugurated through an online event held on Thursday. As a sister concern of Motion View Ltd., Grabee aims to establish itself as a trusted destination for gadget enthusiasts and online shoppers in Bangladesh. Wide Range of Products Grabee offers an extensive collection of products from globally renowned brands, including smartwatches, headphones, charging cables, speakers, and home appliances. Each product is carefully selected to add convenience, efficiency, and a touch of modern style to customers’ daily li...

Oct112025 by No Comments

BRAC Bank Cardholders to Enjoy Exclusive Dining Privileges at Thai Express and Saffron Dine

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BRAC Bank has announced a new partnership with two of Dhaka’s leading fine dining restaurants, Thai Express and Saffron Dine, offering exclusive privileges to its debit and credit cardholders. Flat 15 Percent Discount for BRAC Bank Cardholders Under the partnership, all BRAC Bank debit and credit cardholders will receive a flat 15 percent discount on all food items at both restaurants. The offer will remain valid until December 31, 2026, at their outlets located in Bashundhara R/A, Dhaka. Authentic Culinary Experiences Thai Express is widely known for its extensive range of authentic Thai cuisine, offering an elegant yet traditional dining experience. On the other hand, Saffron Dine specializes in rich Pakistani and Indian dishes, delivering a perfect blend of taste and sophisticat...

Oct102025 by No Comments

MetLife Bangladesh Customers to Receive Exclusive Discounts on Mental Health Services at PHWC

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MetLife Bangladesh has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Psychological Health and Wellness Care (PHWC) to promote mental well-being among its customers. Through this partnership, MetLife policyholders will enjoy special discounts on therapy and counseling services offered by PHWC. Exclusive Mental Health Benefits for MetLife Customers Under the agreement, MetLife customers will receive up to 18 percent discount on specially designed mental health packages provided by PHWC. The discount can be availed by showing the MetLife-issued Life Card, which is digitally available through the One by MetLife mobile app. Commitment to Lifestyle-Centric Customer Benefits This collaboration is part of MetLife’s ongoing initiative to offer lifestyle-centric value-added services for it...

Oct102025 by No Comments

Hop Lun Officially Launches SHECAN Initiative Across Multiple Factories in Bangladesh

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Leading global apparel manufacturer Hop Lun has officially launched its new initiative, SHECAN, across multiple factories in Bangladesh. The initiative brings together health, development, and family support programs under one inclusive banner, designed to benefit over 30,000 employees across the company’s facilities in the country. Focus on Health, Safety, and Employee Growth With approximately 80 percent of Hop Lun’s workforce in Bangladesh being women, the SHECAN initiative aims to serve as a comprehensive support system for all employees, regardless of gender. The program focuses on universal workplace needs such as health, safety, and personal growth, creating a balanced and empowering environment for the workforce. Integrated Health and Development Programs At the core of SHE...

Oct92025 by No Comments

Daraz Bangladesh launches 10.10 Brand Rush campaign featuring up to 80% off on top brand deals

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Daraz Bangladesh, the country's leading e-commerce platform, is set to ignite the shopping season with its much-awaited 10.10 Brand Rush Campaign, starting from 8 PM on October 9 and running until October 16, 2025. Packed with unbeatable offers, thrilling contests, and exclusive brand collaborations, this campaign promises to deliver an exhilarating shopping experience to millions of customers nationwide. Customers can enjoy Flash Sales and Mega Deals of up to 80% off, Hot Deals up to 75% off, and exclusive 10/100/1000/10000 Taka Deals throughout the campaign period where special 10 Taka deal sessions on 3 PM and 9 PM on October 10-11, and at 3 PM daily from October 12-16. The excitement is amplified with Double Taka Vouchers, up to 50% discounts on brands, and flat 50% off on selected pr...